Tagovailoa, Falcons offense struggle to get started in his brief Atlanta debut

Tua Tagovailoa made his Atlanta Falcons debut, playing two series with the starters, as the team took on the Denver Broncos. However, the offense showed little of the firepower they're aiming for in the upcoming season. Tagovailoa struggled, dropping a snap that led to a sack and throwing away multiple passes in the second series.

He finished with 3 completions on 5 passes for 22 yards. With the injured Michael Penix Jr. sidelined, Cooper Rush took over, but was immediately sacked on his second pass attempt. The offensive line's performance was a glaring issue, highlighted by the poor blocking and excessive pressure on the quarterback. The lackluster playmaking is a concern for the Falcons as they prepare for the regular season, particularly if Penix Jr. returns and competes for his starting position.